Snowboard Maverick

Snowboard Maverick
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Norwood House Press
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2007-07-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 159953116X

Having just begun to learn how to snowboard, thirteen-year-old Dennis faces a frightening challenge when he allows a bully to shame him into racing on a difficult slope.

Snowboard Maverick

Snowboard Maverick
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316095311

Dennis O'Malley is a master on his skateboard. Although everyone else he knows skis all winter, a bad skiing accident has left him afraid to try it again. But when his friend Tasha gets a new snowboard, Dennis begins to wonder if he can turn his skateboarding abilities into snowboarding abilities. As he tries to develop his skills, he is challenged by rival snowboarders who make him doubt himself on his board. Can Dennis overcome his fears on the slopes in time to prove them wrong?

Snowboard Champ

Snowboard Champ
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2007-10-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 031603049X

When Matt Harper moves in with his uncle while his mother works for the government in a mysterious job overseas, he knows his life will change. But so long as he can hit the slopes with his snowboard, Matt figures he'll get along okay. But then he has a run-in with Riley, his new school's best snowboarder. Soon, rumors are being spread about Matt's past and challenges are being made. Will Matt be able to clear his name before Riley's campaign to ruin him snowballs out of control?

Skateboard Tough

Skateboard Tough
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 71
Release: 2008-11-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316045802

As soon as Brett Thyson steps on "The Lizard", the mysterious skateboard he unearthed in his backyard, he can feel its power. It glides smoothly and effortlessly, but Brett can't shake off the feeling that there's something not quite right about it.

The World Series

The World Series
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 031609451X

For more than a century, the World Series has captivated baseball fans. From Babe Ruth's Called Shot in 1932 and Reggie Jackson's three-in-a-row home runs in 1977, to the "reverse the curse" wins by Boston in 2004 and Chicago in 2005--this action-packed volume is sure to please. Quotes from the star athletes, photos of the best plays, and a complete list of results since the first series in 1903 round out the book that young baseball fans will find is an out-of-the park home run!

Face-Off

Face-Off
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 72
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316095591

FACE-OFF A jealous teammate can lead to danger on the ice.... When it comes to skating, Scott Harrison can't be beat. Still, he can't believe it when he's asked to play for the Golden Bears hockey team. But soon his excitement turns to doubt, then fear, when a resentful teammate ruins his confidence. Scott must confront his nemesis or give up his dream of playing hockey forever.

Ice Magic

Ice Magic
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316095699

The twins toy hockey game seems to be magic as it plays games identical to the real ones before they even happen.

Dirt Bike Runaway

Dirt Bike Runaway
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316095524

Peter runs away from his foster home ... and right into danger Peter is a genius with dirt bikes. He can take them apart, fix them up, and race them like a champ. But his skill with a bike can take him only so far - and when he runs away from his foster home, he realizes he's in way over his head. He gets mixed up with two dangerous strangers and soon finds himself neck and neck with trouble on and off the racetrack.

Tough to Tackle

Tough to Tackle
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Norwood House Press
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1599533596

Disappointed at first by not being large enough to make quarterback, Boots discovers that there is as much challenge in playing tackle.

The Reluctant Pitcher

The Reluctant Pitcher
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316095354

Wally Morris is a good right fielder, but Coach Hutter is trying to make him a pitcher. Wally is a lefty and has a strong arm and good aim. What he doesn't have is the desire to play the position. But how can he refuse? Coach Hutter once saved his life, and Wally feels he owes him. Then he meets Cab Lacey, a former ballplayer whose life story bears some resemblances to his own. Will Cab help Wally see that being true to oneself is sometimes more important than fulfilling another's dreams?